Eddie Jones: England coach available to lead the British & Irish Lions in 2021

England name eight uncapped players in squad for Six Nations opener against Italy

Eddie Jones England rugby British and Irish Lions 2021
England head coach Eddie Jones has signed a two-year contract extension
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The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has revealed that England head coach Eddie Jones will be available to lead the British & Irish Lions on the tour of South Africa in 2021 - should they want to appoint him.

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